A scenic and historically very attractive route leads hikers from Hirschfeld, the probable birthplace of Katharina von Bora, past the ruins of the Cistercian monastery of Altzella, through meadows and small sections of forest and along the banks of the Freiberger Mulde to Döbeln. Founded in 1162 by Margrave Otto the Rich, the monastery in the valley of the river was also the burial place of the Wettin dynasty for almost 200 years. It is highly likely that Luther's wife was born and baptized in Hirschfeld.
Almost the entire route runs along the banks of the Freiberger Mulde, offering hikers wonderful views of the landscape and quiet places for reflection. The romantic park of the former Altzella monastery, which also owned the town of Roßwein, is also located on the Freiberger Mulde. The Reformation reached the area around 1540. The church in Hirschfeld with Luther's lodge and parts of the building from the 13th century is also worth a visit.
